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Great column, but I’m with Willie John

AFTER reading Chris Hewett’s (as always) excellent column, in TRP October 11, I can’t help but agree with some of Willie John McBride’s opinions regarding the “good” old days of Rugby Union, lamenting the loss of a proper ruck.
Having watched some old games from the 70s and 80s during the early stages of lockdown I realised how formulaic our game has become. Phase after phase until we reach the “red zone” then push, push…Try!
Injuries from oldstyle rucks have been replaced by injuries caused by colossal players in massive impact tackles. I re...

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